Mandy Dalrymple , LMSW, LICSW

Mandy Dalrymple is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who brings a compassionate, client-focused approach to counseling. She holds LMSW and LICSW credentials - LMSW denotes Licensed Master Social Worker and LICSW indicates Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - and combines extensive social work background with years of direct counseling experience. She has over 20 years in the social work field and more than 10 years providing counseling for adults, adolescents, and couples.

Mandy emphasizes building strong rapport as the foundation for effective therapy. She listens actively and responds with empathy in a non-judgmental way, helping people develop practical skills to manage stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, self-esteem concerns, relationship difficulties, identity questions, life transitions, anger, work or school problems, trauma, financial pressures, emotional abuse, and grief or loss. She also has considerable experience supporting individuals diagnosed with ADHD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.

Her academic training includes a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Michigan State University (1999) and a Master of Social Work in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University (2010). Professional roles have spanned foster care, CPS and adoption services, hospice care, community mental health, New Directions Behavioral Health, a private inpatient psychiatric and detox/rehab hospital, and a private counseling agency, giving her a broad perspective on family systems and acute care needs.

Outside of work Mandy spends time with her teenage sons and their pug, Lucy. She and her family enjoy being near the water, attending local marching band events, and making memories with extended family. Her personal interests include writing, reading, photography, napping, and listening to music. She aims to help clients feel comfortable discussing their concerns and to work collaboratively to create realistic, achievable goals for lasting progress.

Could Remote Counseling Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether remote counseling meets their needs. For a range of common challenges - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and major life transitions - online therapy can be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One clear advantage is flexibility. Clients may choose the communication method that fits their routine and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to attend appointments without extensive travel or scheduling disruption.

Therapists who provide remote services are licensed professionals, and if the fit is not right clients can seek a different therapist at any time. For many people, online therapy offers a practical, accessible way to receive professional support while balancing work, family, and other commitments.